UNIVERSITY OF MALTA
FACULTY OF MEDICINE & SURGERY
PHARMACY DEPARTMENT
MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET
SUCROSE SOLUTION
Table of Contents
Ref. No.
MSDS /PD/22_01
Valid for:
2 years from approval
Page
1. Chemical Product
2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
3. Hazards Identification
4. First Aid Measures
5. Fire and Explosion Data
6. Accidental Release Measures
7. Handling and Storage
8. Exposure Controls/ Personal Protection
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
10. Stability and Reactivity Data
11. Toxicological Information
12. Ecological Information
13. Disposal Considerations
14. References
15. Appendices
16. Revision History
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MATERIAL SAFETY
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Chemical Product
Product Name: Sucrose
Chemical name: Sucrose
Synonyms: beta-D-Fructofuranosyl-alpha-Dglucopyranoside
Chemical Formula: C12H22O11
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Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition: sucrose 100% by weight
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: N/A
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Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), eye
contact (irritant), ingestion and inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal)
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: N/A
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: N/A
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate
medical condition.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS:
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First Aid Measures
General measures: N/A
Skin contact: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get
medical attention if irritation develops. Cold water may be used.
Serious skin contact: N/A
Eye contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush
eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical
attention if irritation occurs.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie,
belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
Serious indigestion: N/A
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Serious inhalation: N/A
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Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature
Auto-Ignition Temperature: N/A
Flash points: CLOSED CUP: Higher than 93.3°C (200°F)
Flammable limits: N/A
Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Slightly flammable to flammable in
presence of heat
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
 Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: N/A
 Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: N/A
Fire fighting media and Instructions:
 SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
 LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: N/A
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: N/A
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Accidental Release Measures
NB: Wear appropriate protective equipment/clothing including gloves before removing
any spills.
Small spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of
according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish
cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the
sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above the
threshold limit value (TLV). Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
7.
Handling and Storage
Precautions: Keep locked up and away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids,
and heat or other sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue
under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest and do not
breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately
and show the container or the label.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed, in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above
23°C (73.4°F).
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8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
 TWA: 15 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] Inhalation Total.
 TWA: 10 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] [1999] Inhalation Total.
 TWA: 10 (mg/m3) from NIOSH Inhalation Total.
 TWA: 5 (mg/m3) from NIOSH Inhalation Respirable.
 TWA: 5 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] Inhalation Respirable.
 Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering
controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations
generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below
the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses, lab coat, gloves, vapour and dust respirator, making sure
to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Suggested protective clothing might not
be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
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Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: White crystalline solid
Odour: Characteristic carmel to odourless
Taste: Sweet
Molecular Weight: 342.3 g/mole
pH (1% solution/water): N/A
Boiling Point: N/A
Melting Point: 186°C (366.8°F)
Critical Temperature: N/A
Specific Gravity (Water = 1): 1.587
Vapour Pressure (mmHg): N/A
Vapour Density: N/A
Volatility: N/A
Odour Threshold: N/A
Water/Oil Distribution Coefficient: The product is more soluble in water; log(oil/water) =
-3.7
Ionicity (in Water): N/A
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, methanol
Solubility: Easily soluble in cold water. Partially soluble in methanol. Insoluble in diethyl
ether.
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Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable
Corrosivity: N/A
Instability temperature: N/A
Conditions of Instability: Excess heat, incompatible materials
Incompatibles: Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids (ex: sulfuric acid, nitric acid)
Polymerization: Will not occur
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Toxicological Information
Toxicity to animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 29700 mg/kg [Rat]
Effects on humans:
Acute potential health effects:
 Skin: May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
 Eyes: Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
 Inhalation: Excessive inhalation may cause minor respiratory irritation.
 Ingestion: Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal (digestive) tract
irritation. Expected to be a low ingestion hazard.
Chronic potential health effects: CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: A4 (Not classifiable for
human or animal.)
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: No adverse reproductive affects have been found in humans. However at
extremely high oral doses of 683,000 mg/kg given to rats during pregnancy showed some effects on
newborn (growth, developmental anomalies of central nervous system). Passes through the placental
barrier in human.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: N/A
Other information: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), ingestion and
inhalation.
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Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: N/A
13.
Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: Waste must be disposed of in accordance with local environmental control
regulations.
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References
 Sciencelab.com. Material Safety Data Sheet; Sucrose solution, MSDS [Online] 2005
[cited
2012
Nov
6].
Available
from:
URL:
http://www.sciencelab.com/msds.php?msdsId=9927285
 Wardsci.com. Material Safety Data Sheet; Sucrose solution, MSDS [Online] 2012
[cited
2012
Nov
6].
Available
from:
URL:
http://wardsci.com/images/pdf/msds/Sucrose_Solution_20Pct_729.00.pdf
 Teknova.com. Material Safety Data Sheet; Sucrose solution, MSDS [Online] 2012
[cited
2012
Nov
6].
Available
from:
URL:
http://www.teknova.com/v/vspfiles/files/MSDS/S0020.pdf
15.
Appendices
N/A
16.
Revision History
Version Number
Amendments/ Reasons for change
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Initial Release
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